Makadara court attack: Magistrate Kituvi succumbs to gunshot woundsMonica Kivuti, Principal Magistrate, Makadara Law Courts who was shot in court on Thursday has died, Chief Justice Martha Koome has announced. In a statement on Saturday, Koome said the Magistrate “lost the fight against the extensive injuries sustained during an open gun attack in Court”. Principal Magistrate Kivuti was shot in Court Room Number 9 on Thursday afternoon soon after she had delivered a ruling in a case involving the wife of a police officer. A situation report on the incident indicated that the officer went berserk and opened fire on the magistrate and others at 1.45pm. Immediately this decision was pronounced, a person (the officer) shot at the magistrate and injured her on the hip”.

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga on Friday closed the murder case of university student Sharon Otieno against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado. Wrapping up his testimony, lead detective Ole Sena told the court that Sharon’s pregnancy came to be known to Obado’s wife during their London trip. “You were asked by defence lawyers about the secret relationship between Obado and Sharon. Officer Quinto Odeo Etyang, who testified on May 13, 2023, produced Safaricom records which captured Obado in Nairobi at 18.27hrs. “We don’t have any knowledge or evidence that Obado participated in the killing of the deceased,” Ole Sena said.

[Courtesy, Temi Otedola]Celebrated multi-talented actress Temi Otedola is the new African Digital Brand Ambassador for L'Oréal Paris Make-up. In 2023, L'Oréal Paris announced talented South African actress Thusi Mbedu as L'Oréal Paris brand ambassador and spokesperson in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. As the face of L'Oréal Paris Make-up, Temi will headline the latest Infallible Make-up Range campaigns, showcasing her unique style and celebrating the diverse beauty of Africa. "Words cannot describe how honoured I am to partner with L'Oréal Paris Make-up. L'Oréal Paris was among the first beauty products I was introduced to as a young girl playing with my mother's make-up,” Temi said.

Njambi Koikai's father said he regrets failing her. Source: UGCWhat killed Njambi Koikai's father? Ambassador Daniel Koikai was once Kenya's ambassador to Nigeria before he was replaced by Francis Sigei in 2009. Was Daniel Koikai a good father? Daniel Koikai, the loving fatherThe dotting father had reconnected with his daughter recently before she breathed her last.

President William Ruto has garnered additional crucial support for deploying Kenyan troops to the multinational mission in Haiti. During their meeting, Macron assured President Ruto of France's support in deploying Kenya's police force to the conflict-stricken Caribbean nation. “Glad that France is supporting Kenya in the United Nations Kenya-led mission for Haiti," remarked President Ruto after the meeting. Macron's support for Kenya's mission to Haiti followed minutes after President Ruto called on the G7 leaders to intensify their efforts to restore peace in the Caribbean nation. "This is why Kenya calls on the G7 to urgently support the multinational security support mission to Haiti."

Recent police conduct lapses cast shadows once more on Kenya’s insistence on deploying 1,000 police officers to Haiti as part of the Multinational Security Support Mission. In the last week, eight police officers have been arrested for extorting bribes and stealing from the public. These domestic incidents come at a time Kenyan police officers are about to be deployed to Haiti. With a population nearing 56 million, Kenya’s approximately 110,000 NPS officers are already stretched thin. Even if we overlook last week, Kenya’s police have a consistently troubling history of human rights violations.

Lily and Miquita, 40, grew up in the limelight, and spent their younger years partying incessantly. The conversation on their podcast got tense as Lily questioned whether Miquita had ever made her feelings clear for the man. Miquita admitted to Lily that she had kissed her ex-partner Toby, who the popstar dated for a year. Pressed by Miquita, Lily said she had "f***ed loads" of her boyfriends, but not while they were together. Years after her last public feud, Lily faced the Twitter wrath of Azealia Banks amid her tirade of celebrities (Pictured in 2012)

Principal Magistrate, Makadara Law Courts Hon. Monica Kivuti, has lost the fight against the extensive injuries sustained during an open gun attack in Court. She succumbed to injuries sustained from a shooting incident involving a Senior Police officer on Thursday. Monica Kivuti, Principal Magistrate, Makadara Law Courts has lost the fight against the extensive injuries sustained during an open gun attack in Court," CJ Koome said. Heavy security presence at Makadara Law Courts Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENT

When Dan Walker met with friends to pitch the Sheffield 1000 18 months ago, he had not been expecting to have the charity grow so much it would be handing out a total of £50,000 a year-and-a-half later. Today, the Sheffield 1000 team gave out its 51st cheque to the Cavendish Cancer Care charity at an evening event at Westfield House. The Star's Harry Harrison spoke with Dan and Cat Ross from Baby Basics, the recipient of the charity's first ever £1,000 in 2022, to find out more.

Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) president Samuel Eto’o has dismissed claims that he wants to run for the presidency of Cameroon. Eto’o said he has faced opposition and criticism since his election because of claims that he wants to run for the Cameroonian presidency. “Let’s be clear, the presidency of Fecafoot is not a stepping stone to the presidency of the republic. I say it loud and clear again: I, Samuel Eto’o Fils, am not a candidate for the presidency of Cameroon. This clarification seems necessary to end this unhealthy focus,” Eto’o said in a statement published on social media.

OPINIOpini / Sabtu, 15 Juni 2024SHOULD Anies Baswedan run for the gubernatorial election in Jakarta in November 2024 or consider other options? Jakarta contributes a significant portion of the economy and serves as Indonesia’s business center, garnering national and international attention. 2 of 2024 concerning the Jakarta Special Province, Jakarta is projected to become the national economic center and a global city. Anies Baswedan’s excellent international and economic track record makes him an ideal leader for Jakarta, projected to be the national economic center and a global city. Furthermore, a greater impact on diversity and national reconciliation can be expected if Anies leads Jakarta.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will be returning to his office in the West Wing of the Union Buildings in Pretoria after being re-elected on Friday. Announcing the result late on Friday, Chief Justice Raymond Zondo said: "The results of the ballot are as follows: the total number of ballot papers issued is 339. The total number of ballot papers counted is 339. The total number of spoilt or invalid ballot papers is 12. Honourable, MC Ramaphosa, 283 votes."

A congress was held in London, the UK, in the hope of attaining a comprehensive pact to eliminate sex trafficking. Despite being a signatory to this convention, the abhorrent escalation of sex trafficking has resulted in Kenya becoming a principal source, transit and destination for women being trafficked for sexual exploitation. While in Europe, the victims are averted to European traffickers, who in compensation, pay Kenyan traffickers three times the total costs of travel expenses. At this juncture, European bar and club owners pay European agents 12 times the amount the agents have paid to Kenyan traffickers. Most trafficked Kenyan women enter Germany and the UK through Eastern European countries, including Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania, Czech Republic, Moldova and Croatia, under forged student visas.

This initiative, aimed at encouraging older passengers to take full advantage of their free bus pass, successfully combines bus travel with unique experiences, fostering friendships and promoting exploration. Supported by Age UK and various local businesses, the latest Grand Day Out saw passengers hopping on the X4 bus from Cockermouth to Keswick. Despite the less than stellar weather, participants from Age UK centres in Cockermouth, Whitehaven and Workington were all smiles. Promoting such positive experiences and outdoor activities has been the driving force behind the Grand Days Out initiative. Among the participants was Annette Kielland, who has been an Age UK volunteer for 15 years, leading the organisation's art group in Cockermouth.

Source: UGCThe papers also covered the Ministry of Education's demand for a review of the sacking of 742 Junior Secondary School tutors. "We grounded an expensive police helicopter so that it can be reconfigured for the Deputy President after authorisation by President William Ruto. He said the aircraft would be fully in the hands of the DP and flown by Kenya Air Force pilots. The helicopter, which originally had national police colours, has been rebranded and now features a white exterior with the Kenyan flag. Taifa LeoKenyans have increased pressure on Members of Parliament to reject the controversial Finance Bill of 2024, which has been opposed by many.